Michael C.P. Tan

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I am a versatile media professional blending music, photography, and storytelling to create engaging content across education, live performance, and branded projects.

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I am a versatile media professional blending music, photography, and storytelling to create engaging content across education, live performance, and branded projects. My experience spans teaching, ensemble direction, production coordination, and multimedia production—from school bands and concerts to independent film and social video campaigns.

I thrive in collaborative settings, mentoring students and teams, planning productions, and delivering compelling content for live events, videos, and digital platforms. I’m passionate about weaving music and imagery into storytelling that resonates with audiences and supports creative growth for individuals and organizations.

  • 34 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • ChineseFluent
  • MalayIntermediate
  • JapaneseBeginner
  • KoreanBeginner

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Software & Internet
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Telecommunications

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Work experience· 29 roles

Enrichment Trainer / Media/Photography/Videography Trainer; Band Director / Sectional Instructor (Project Based) · MOE CCAFeb 2025 – Present · 1 yr 10 mos

Responsible for conducting sectional and full ensemble rehearsals, teaching instrumental techniques, sight-reading and music theory, preparing students for SYF and public showcases, mentoring student leaders, coordinating performances, and supporting media projects for school events.

Music Coach / Photography Instructor · MOE SchoolsFeb 2025 – Dec 2025 · 11 mos

Conduct lessons on Music (Band) or Photography in groups; Guide students, impart skills; Preparing for SYF Competition and performance; Organise outings and visits to studios or outdoor for photography classes; Prepare them for project work and showcase their works

Music/Photography Coach · MOE SchoolsFeb 2025 – Dec 2025 · 11 mos

Conduct lessons on Music (Band) or Photography in groups; guide students with skills and techniques; prepare for SYF competition; organise outings and studio/outdoor photography sessions; prepare for project work and showcase.

Drums / Saxophone / Flute Coach (Part-Time) · Private TeachingOct 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 2 mos
Drums Coach · Freelance / Self-EmployedOct 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 2 mos
IT Support Specialist (Project Based) · Independent / ClientsJan 2023 – Dec 2024 · 2 yrs
IT Support Specialist (Project Based) · Self-Employed / FreelanceJan 2023 – Dec 2024 · 2 yrs
Band Director / Instructor · Asia Music School Pte. Ltd.Jan 2015 – Nov 2019 · 4 yrs 11 mos

Education· 46

Grade 8 Drums (Distinction) · Trinity College London2017
Diploma in Human Resource Management · University of Lincolnshire and Humberside (UK) and Griffith University (Australia)2000
Honours in Wind Band Ensembles · London College of Music1997
GCE O Level · Singapore Examination and Assessment Board1993

Certifications and awards· 33

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)2024 – 2026
ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP)2023 – 2026
ICAgile Certified Professional – Leading with Agility (ICP-LEA)2023 – 2026
ICAgile Certified Professional – Agile Team Facilitation (ICP-ATF)2021 – 2026

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